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Dallas: Portugal booked a place in the FIFA World Cup last 16 after Goncalo Ramos scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner to secure a 2-1 victory over Croatia. The thrilling knockout match saw Cristiano Ronaldo score from the penalty spot before Ramos sealed the win in the 94th minute. Croatia took the lead early in the second half when Ivan Perisic finished from close range after Portugal failed to clear a dangerous cross. The Croatian side thought a second goal had followed moments later, but the effort was ruled out for offside after a VAR review. Portugal responded with increased attacking…

Glasgow: Researchers have found that sitting for more than 30 minutes at a time may increase the risk of dying from cancer, highlighting the importance of regular movement throughout the day. The study suggests that even short breaks involving light physical activity could help reduce the health risks associated with prolonged inactivity. The research, led by the University of Glasgow and published in PLOS Medicine, analysed health data from more than 91,000 participants in the UK Biobank. Participants wore activity-tracking devices and were monitored for an average of 12 years to examine how sedentary behaviour affected long-term health outcomes. The…

Tokyo: PlayStation has announced that all new first-party games released from January 2028 will no longer be available on physical discs. Instead, boxed copies sold in stores will include digital download codes, reflecting Sony’s continued shift toward digital game distribution. Sony said the decision follows changing consumer habits, with digital purchases now significantly outnumbering physical game sales. According to the company, the move aligns with broader entertainment industry trends, where streaming and digital downloads have increasingly replaced physical media. The announcement comes only days after Rockstar Games confirmed that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI will also launch without…

Kyiv: Russian forces launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight, killing at least eight people and injuring several others, according to Ukrainian officials. The strikes targeted multiple districts across the capital, damaging residential buildings, public infrastructure and emergency facilities. Authorities said rescue operations were continuing as emergency crews searched through damaged structures. The overnight bombardment triggered explosions across the city as Ukrainian air defence systems attempted to intercept incoming drones and missiles. Fires broke out in several neighbourhoods, while a hotel, residential buildings and an ambulance station were among the sites damaged. Officials said children were among…

Naypyidaw: Myanmar’s government is preparing to restart the Myitsone Dam project, a long-delayed $3.6 billion hydropower development backed by China. Officials aim to complete the project within the next eight years, marking a major step toward reviving one of the country’s most controversial infrastructure projects. The plan follows President Min Aung Hlaing’s recent visit to China, where discussions reportedly included the future of the dam. Construction on the project was suspended in 2011 after widespread public opposition over environmental concerns, the displacement of local communities and plans to export most of the electricity generated to China. Officials in Kachin State…

New Jersey: France secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Sweden to book a place in the FIFA World Cup last 16, with Kylian Mbappe delivering another outstanding performance. The France captain scored twice to become the all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup knockout matches and continued an impressive run in the tournament. France dominated from the opening whistle despite difficult playing conditions in New Jersey. Kylian Mbappe came close to scoring early after an offside call ruled out one effort before another shot struck the post. Michael Olise and Ousmane Dembele also created dangerous opportunities as Sweden struggled to contain…

Houston: Brazil secured a place in the FIFA World Cup last 16 after Gabriel Martinelli scored a dramatic stoppage-time winner to seal a 2-1 victory over Japan in Houston. The five-time world champions looked set for extra time before the Arsenal forward struck in the sixth minute of added time to keep Brazil’s title hopes alive. Japan made a bright start and took the lead in the 29th minute through Kaishu Sano. A misplaced pass in midfield allowed Sano to win possession before firing a powerful right-footed shot from outside the penalty area beyond Brazil’s goalkeeper. The goal gave Japan…

California: WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that will allow users to chat without sharing their phone numbers. Instead, people will be able to connect using unique usernames, giving users greater control over their privacy while using the messaging platform. The feature will be rolled out gradually to WhatsApp’s three billion users worldwide over the coming months. Beginning Monday, users can reserve a unique username through the app, although creating one will remain optional. Existing phone numbers will still be required to create and maintain a WhatsApp account. Once the feature becomes available to everyone, users will be able to…

Geneva: Europe’s ongoing heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), as record-breaking temperatures continue to affect several countries across the continent. The extreme weather has raised serious health concerns, with authorities urging people to avoid prolonged exposure to the sun and follow safety measures. Millions of residents remain under heat alerts as unusually high temperatures continue to spread across Europe. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said more than 1,300 excess deaths had been recorded since 21 June and were associated with the extreme heat. Describing heat stress as a ‘silent…

Los Angeles: Canada have reached the World Cup last 16 for the first time after a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa in Los Angeles. Stephen Eustaquio scored deep into stoppage time to seal a historic win and send the co-hosts into the knockout stage. The match remained closely contested for long periods, with both teams struggling to create clear scoring opportunities. As extra time appeared inevitable, Eustaquio produced the decisive moment in the second minute of added time, firing a low shot from the edge of the penalty area into the net. The victory continued Canada’s impressive World Cup…